1981 Ford Granada vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |